Michael Anthony

Michael Anthony, (born Michael Gould, Jr.) also known by the stage name Mike Bless, is an African-American actor, singer-songwriter, and former serviceman in the United States Armed Forces' He is known for appearing in TV series such as Raising Dion, Chicago Med, Big 50 – The Delronda Hood Story, and Ready to Love. Early life Anthony was born in Akron, Ohio and was raised in Akron and Buffalo, New York. He eventually joined the military, achieving a rank of E-4/SRA in the U.S. Air Force. He was security forces during Operation Enduring Freedom. Career In 2008, Anthony entered Slip-n-Slide Records' "The Next Big Superstar" competition. He won the competition and was signed to a record deal under the stage name Mike Bless. As Mike Bless, he released the singles "Do It Like This" in 2009 and "Gone" in 2011. He also released a mixtape titled Mr. Make It Happen in 2009. Anthony began acting after doing production work on a film soundtrack. After meeting him, the film's director suggested him to audition for a role in the movie, which he was then cast in.